TROUW NUTRITION LAUNCHES CUTTING-EDGE MOBILE NUTRITION TECHNOLOGY

powerful technology, as it rolls out globally. The NutriOpt On-site Adviser gives farmers and feed producers the capability to access real-time raw materials data and nutritional expertise on-site, making it easier to hit production and profitability targets.

said: “We are delighted to be launching our brand new, cuttingedge mobile nutrition solution to the market. We think it will be a genuine game-changer for professional farmers and to the feed industry. Understanding what’s in your feed enables you to optimise production to create greater consistency and performance predictability.”

Farmers and feed producers can take control of production and streamline costs with the launch of the mobile nutrition solution, the NutriOpt On-site Adviser.

Those in Germany and Spain will be some of the first to access the

NutriOpt’s parent company, animal nutrition specialist Trouw Nutrition, will be pushing out the technology further afield in the coming months, working with customers to drive further innovation of the product.

Director of NutriOpt Andre Brand

“The NutriOpt On-site Adviser is the result of the combined work of our technology partner AgroCares and Trouw Nutrition’s expertise on animal nutrition. With this solution, we’ve created a way to make it easy for farmers and feed producers to gain even greater control of their production. We aim to help enhance their feeding strategies so they can reach their business goals.”

Novus Acquires Biotech Company Agrivida To Develop New Feed Additives

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Novus International, Inc., announced its acquisition of biotech company Agrivida Inc. Through the purchase, Novus takes ownership of the proprietary INTERIUS™ technology Agrivida developed to embed feed additives inside grain. This move by Novus comes two years after it began a commercial partnership with Agrivida to support the sale of the start ‐ up’s flagship product, GRAINZYME ®

“Since December 2020, we’ve taken the time to understand and explore what INTERIUS™ technology is capable of,” says Novus President and CEO Dan

Meagher. “With this technology we believe we can revolutionize the feed additive industry through the expression of high ‐value, functional proteins inside grain, providing new products that are sustainable, both environmentally and operationally.”

While the category of functional proteins includes enzymes, which Agrivida has already accomplished through GRAINZYME ®, the Novus Innovation team is expanding the product offerings to include antibodies embedded in grain.

Instead of manufacturing feed additives by fermentation, INTERIUS™ technology tells the grain how to make the additive directly in the grain. The grain is grown, harvested and ground, and fed to the animal like any other corn in diet. Zimmerman says by having the additive inside the grain, the molecules are more efficiently absorbed by the animal, allowing producers to improve both performance and their return on investment. The acquisition includes Agrivida, Inc., and its operations in Massachusetts and Nebraska. The Agrivida team, including founders R. Michael Raab and Jeremy Schley ‐ Johnson, will join Novus bringing with them their innovative approach to developing functional proteins.

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Silver Fern Farms Brings Premium Red Meat Good For You And The Environment

Meat is a wonderful source of protein which can provide the human body with many health benefits and advantages. Are you aware of what to look for when it comes to the quality of the meat that is provided by local supermarkets and butcheries? In terms of quality, meat will differ from one country to another and the way the animal has been raised and been taken care of throughout its life.

Introducing Silver Fern Farms, who have become a much loved and respected brand that provides premium red meat across the UAE Silver Fern Farms, founded

1948, is New Zealand’s leading procurer, processor, marketer and exporter of premium quality beef and lamb to over 60 countries. It is a company of proud, passionate farmers and food people, creating goodness from the farms the world needs.

In New Zealand, the climate, clean air, and plentiful pure water fuels year-round growth of lush, green pastures. The animals are raised year-round, like nature intended, with the ability to wander and graze freely. The animals eat and live as they would naturally which greatly reduces stress, promoting better animal welfare, and ultimately resulting in more tender and better-quality meat to eat. With the animals being fed a diet rich in grass, rather than grain fed as so many are today, the animals grow strong and healthy. As a result, the meat that is produced has a consistently delicious, distinctive flavour. The meat is leaner, more finely textured and nutritionally better for the human body. Compared to being grainfed, grass-fed meat is lower in saturated fat, and higher in vitamins A and E, conjugated linoleic acid and omega-3 fatty acids.

THE NATIONAL AQUARIUM AND ENVIRONMENT AGENCY ABU DHABI RESCUES, REHABILITATES AND RELEASES OVER 500 SEA TURTLES

The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) and The National Aquarium (TNA) have safely rescued over 500 sea turtles as part of their joint Wildlife Rescue Program, the first rescue, rehabilitation and release initiative in Abu Dhabi. The programme was launched in July 2020 and includes purpose-built laboratories, research and rehabilitation facilities at The National Aquarium. In 2022 Wildlife Rescue Program launched a first-of-its-kind rescue boat in the presence of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, and plans are underway for a first-of-its-kind wildlife ambulance, capable of providing immediate first aid on remote beaches. The programme continues to grow each year in an effort to protect and celebrate the natural treasures of the U.A.E.

In the last three years, the program has released four species of endangered sea turtles, including the Olive Ridley and Loggerhead, which are uncommon in these areas. Two whale sharks, one of which measured 7 meters long, sea birds, sea snakes and a variety of exotic animals add to the list of successful rescues.

To monitor the success of the programme, the sea turtles and whale sharks were fitted with satellite tracking devices. This allows valuable research to be conducted into their post-release wellbeing and habits as they migrate thousands of kilometres through the ocean. This data is important both in this region and globally, as many of these animals will travel the world. The programme has also grown to include the Turtle Sanctuary located at Louvre Abu Dhabi, as a last step in rehabilitating the larger turtles before their eventual release.

Baladna Partners With Global Cheese Producer Bel Group To Expand Dairy Offerings In Qatar

Qatar’s leading food and dairy producer, Baladna, has announced a strategic partnership with global cheese and snack giant, The Bel Group. The landmark collaboration brings new opportunities for both companies, starting with the production of The Laughing Cow® cheese jars in 2023. Baladna also aims to produce more of Bel Group’s products in the near future.

Producing popular products by international brands such as Bel not only reduces imports and supply chain disruptions, but also provides a more responsible, environmentally conscious option for Qatari consumers.

Commenting on the partnership, Malcolm Jordan, Chief Executive Officer of Baladna, said: “We are pleased to sign this partnership with Bel Group, who are world leaders in cheese products. This collaboration will allow us to expand the dairy offerings in Qatar and provide customers with even more high-quality products. As a leading dairy brand in Qatar, Baladna is committed to supporting food sustainability efforts in the country. We are excited to benefit from Bel Group’s unparalleled know-how as we look to expand our range of dairy products and make international brands more accessible in the Qatari market. We believe this partnership will have a positive impact on the dairy industry in Qatar and improve consumer choices.”

Garo Matossian, Chief Executive Officer at BEL for Near & Middle East, said: “The Bel Group is deeply committed to making our products accessible to new consumers and building sustainable partnerships with local producers around the world.”

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CHANGE IN TOP MANAGEMENT: DR. FRANK HILLER TO BECOME CHAIRMAN OF THE BIG DUTCHMAN BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

After 31 years as CEO, Bernd Meerpohl decided together with the Supervisory Board and the family shareholders of Big Dutchman that the time is right for a change in top management of the Big Dutchman group. Dr. Frank Hiller will bring new and external stimuli to complement the stable and proven management team. With Bernd Meerpohl taking over as Chairman of the Supervisory Board, not only will this position in itself be secured, but Big Dutchman will visibly remain a family enterprise.

“In the past decades, Bernd Meerpohl has shaped the development of Big Dutchman and set the course for the group’s future. He always had all stakeholders in mind and was incredibly committed and dedicated to advancing the family business. The Supervisory Board and the family shareholders want to thank Bernd for all the time and effort he invested in the company and the staff to make Big Dutchman the world leader in livestock farming technology. We are very happy that Bernd will continue to share his knowledge and remain responsible for the company as Chairman of the Supervisory Board, starting 1 January 2024 after a short hiatus. The outlook for our industry is complex, but promising. Against this backdrop, we have found an experienced and competent CEO in Dr.-Ing. Frank Hiller. He will successfully lead our globally active company in the next phase,” says Jürgen Steinemann, current Chairman of the Supervisory Board. Bernd Meerpohl explains: “Taking over my father’s responsibility as CEO 31 years ago was an honour, as was advancing the company for the benefit of our customers all over the world and for the benefit of our staff and their families. The Meerpohl family, my closest colleagues, the Supervisory Board and I believe that someone new should now take over the operational business of Big Dutchman to integrate new stimuli from the outside. Dr. Hiller’s grounded approach fits us very well. With his doctor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, he brings along a more than solid foundation. In the course of his career, which included positions with some of the leaders of the mechanical engineering industry, for example Meiller, Leoni and, most recently, as CEO of Deutz AG, Dr. Hiller has gained extensive knowledge and proved that he is a team player who is very capable of leading an international company. I would like to thank Jürgen Steinemann, the Chairman of our Supervisory Board, for actively accompanying me personally as well as Big Dutchman in general these past years. I am very pleased that he will remain part of the Supervisory Board as deputy chairman. Personally, I will continue to support the company in my new position, as much as I can and in close cooperation with Dr. Hiller.”

Minister Of Economy Visits Dibba Bay Oyster Farm

H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, visited the Dibba Bay Oyster farm in Fujairah, renowned for producing oysters of the highest quality in the UAE. This was a part of the Economic Communication series of visits made by H.E. to the leading projects across all the Emirates to build effective relationships with the business community and offer incentives needed for sustainable growth and prosperity as they are key allies in advancing the UAE's new economic model in line with the objectives and ‘the principles of the 50’ and the cornerstones of the UAE Centennial 2071.

HE said: “In addition to reviewing successful experiences in establishing businesses, discussing growth plans, opening up new global trade opportunities in the upcoming period, and reviewing perspectives on economic development efforts, we are committed to communicating with the leading companies in the nation. This will allow us to measure the effects of the legislation and initiatives launched by the government on the growth of their commercial activities.

Furthermore, this will assist in initiating proactive projects that advance the UAE's economic model, boost sustainable development, and enhance competitiveness of national projects, while satisfying investor desires.”

H.E. met with the farm supervisors to learn more about their plans for future investments. He further discussed strategies to expand the

Order Signed With A Large Poultry Producer

MTech Systems, a Munters company within business area FoodTech, secures an important Software-asa-Service (SaaS) contract with one of North America’s largest poultry producers. The order has a value of MUSD 4.3 (approximately MSEK 46).

MTech Systems will deploy the Amino platform, its newest and most innovative SaaS solution. The contract represents the establishment of a long-term partnership to enable the poultry producer to better control and analyze their full value chain including breeding, hatching, feeding and growing.

“This vital partnership continues the successful execution of our strategy focused on helping feed our growing world population. I am excited by the number of top producers that commit to our vision for monitoring and optimizing the entire food value chain to improve sustainability and animal welfare,” business model in the UAE and encouraged Emirati entrepreneurs to launch ventures based on cutting-edge technologies and innovation, as they support domestic production and are in line with the government's policies to increase exports, attract talent, achieve food security, and advance sustainable development goals. says Pia Brantgärde Linder, Group Vice President and President FoodTech.

This agreement demonstrates the recognition of MTech System’s products and services value within the industry. The software solutions and consulting effort will result in a consolidation and standardization of the producer’s many food production complexes across the US.

“I am energized to add this important poultry producer to our significant North American client base, solidifying our role as the number one software solution provider for the industry. We look forward to further innovation and progression toward our common goals of sustainable and responsible food production,” says Marcel Cohen, President of MTech Systems.